By Mena and Dave Sprague
This is part two (see 11-21-09 Independent) of our saga in seeking affordable and essential health care. It is intended to help those who have insurance but cannot afford the co-pay.
The Spragues live on the family farm and are concerned with quality of life, peace and justice issues. Central Nebraska Concerned Citizens takes up topics that affect citizens in Central Nebraska and the world. Comments and suggestions may be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dave was diagnosed with osteo-arthritis in the hips. He was told hip replacement was the only treatment. He researched treatments online and discovered hip resurfacing. Unable to pay the co-pay, he chose an overseas alternative.